Croatia (Istria) · January
Low seasonCroatia · Europe
Max Temp · January
10°
at night 2° · avg 6°
- Sunshine
- 3 h/day
- Rain Days
- 6 days
- Water Temp
- 13°
below average
73 mm · changeable
cool
January is the coolest month of the year in Croatia (Istria).
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 10° | 11° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 27° | 30° | 30° | 25° | 20° | 15° | 12° |
MINMIN | 2° | 3° | 5° | 8° | 12° | 17° | 19° | 19° | 16° | 12° | 8° | 4° |
☀️Sunshine | 3h | 4h | 6h | 7h | 7h | 9h | 9h | 8h | 6h | 5h | 3h | 3h |
🌊Water Temp | 13° | 12° | 12° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 24° | 25° | 22° | 20° | 17° | 15° |
🌧Rain Days | 6d73mm | 7d82mm | 6d67mm | 6d57mm | 7d81mm | 4d51mm | 3d39mm | 5d67mm | 6d108mm | 6d80mm | 8d144mm | 7d108mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
January is the coldest winter month in Croatia (Istria) — with highs of only 10°C, it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in June, July, August, and September.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 10°C during the day and drop to 2°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 3 sunshine hours per day and 6 rain days (73 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 13°C, the water is still quite cool in January — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Croatia (Istria) in January
- Warme Jacke
- Pullover und warme Lagen
- Lange Hosen
- Wärmende Schuhe
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Croatia (Istria)?
- No — January is not among the recommended months for Croatia (Istria) (Score: 31/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Croatia (Istria) in January?
- In January, Croatia (Istria) sees daily highs of 10°C. Nights cool to 2°C, with a daily average of 6°C.
- How much rain falls in Croatia (Istria) in January?
- In January, Croatia (Istria) receives an average of 73 mm of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Croatia (Istria) get in January?
- Croatia (Istria) averages 3 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Croatia (Istria) in January?
- Water temperature in Croatia (Istria) in January averages 13°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.